people | places | events on the go Otherhood What happens when three empty-nest single moms decide their adult sons still need them? They show up on their doorsteps in NYC, unannounced, to remind them. Otherhood, which starts streaming on Netflix on Aug. 2, stars Angela Bassett, Patricia Arquette and Felicity Huffman (who pled guilty in the infamous college-bribe scheme) as the longtime friends. The comedy feature film was co-written and directed by Cindy Chupack — winner of three Golden Globes and two Emmys for writing episodes of Everybody Loves Raymond, Sex and the City and Modern Family — grew up in Tulsa, Okla., has roots in Detroit. Her father, Marvin, was born in Detroit and grew up around Linwood and Dexter, her late great-uncle Julius told the JN in 2005. “Cindy started out writing copy, like her grandfather Harry, who wrote copy in the ad business. But he wasn’ t funny like Cindy. We came out of the Depression, so nothing was funny.” Beck In Concert Bluesy indie-rockers Cage the Elephant teams up with experimental art-pop artist Beck for the co-headlining Night Running Tour. They’ ll be bringing the show to DTE Energy Music Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 3, with special guests Spoon, plus support from sibling psy- chedelic pop act Wild Belle. Beck, who says he was “raised celebrating Jewish holidays,” is an experimental singer, songwriter, musician and record pro- ducer who rose to fame in 1994 with his debut single, “Loser,” which was a global success. Tickets start at $50 and are available at TicketMaster. AUG. 7 FEELIN’ GROOVY Congregation Shaarey Zedek presents the Irving and Beverly Laker Concert Fund “Propis and Friends Feelin’ Groovy.” The concert features the music of beloved Jewish singer/songwriters including Carole King, Carly Simon, Simon & Garfunkel, Burt Bacharach, Neil Diamond and more. Featuring the musical talents of Hazzan David Propis, Cantor Lori Shapiro and Cliff Monear. 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the community. Editor’s Picks August 1 • 2019 41 jn FRIDAY, AUG. 2 ROSH CHODESH STUDY 10 am, Aug. 2. The Adat Shalom Sisterhood invites women from the community to welcome the new month of Av with a morning study session led by Rabbi Rachel Shere. At Adat Shalom in Farmington Hills. No charge. RSVP: Rochelle.r.lieberman@gmail.com or 248-553-2498. SATURDAY, AUG. 3 PARSHAH RIDERS 9 am, Aug. 3: Come along for the ride for Torah study, exercise, friends, Kiddush and fun. Meet at Adat Shalom in Farmington Hills for Shabbat Torah Study; 9:30 am group bicycle ride; return by 11:30 am to enjoy Kiddush. There is no fee to attend. Open to the community. For info: Mickey Levin, mlevin48@aol.com. Meet next on Aug. 17. SUNDAY, AUG. 4 FRESH AIR MEETING 10 am, Aug. 4. At Camp Maas in Ortonville. Election of new directors to Tamarack Camps Board and presenta- tion of President’ s Award to Jonathan Lowe. INTERFAITH UNITY PICNIC Noon-5 pm, Aug. 4. The ninth annual Suburban-Urban Interfaith Unity potluck lunch is free and open to all. At Shelter 3 on Belle Isle near the kayak and canoe rental area. Kosher hots dogs, halal chicken, veggie burgers, hamburg- ers and water will be provided at no charge. Participants are asked to bring a dish (salad, vegetables, fruit or des- sert) with labeled ingredients to share. Activities will include games for children and adults, singing, dancing and drum- ming. Presented by DION, the Detroit Interfaith Outreach Network, with other faith-based organizations. Community and religious groups are invited to bring a display table and information about their organizations to share with picnic participants. Info: detroitinterfaith.org, call 248-556-6316 or email mutzim@ aol.com. GROW FORTH 2-4 pm, Aug. 4. Fisher Giving Gardens will present a gardening series co-taught by Carly Sugar and Rabbi Nate Degroot. At Yad Ezra. Cost: $18/ session, free to clients and bridge card users. Info: carly@yadezra.org. TUESDAY, AUG. 6 SIMPLY DANCE 11 am, Aug. 6. At Adat Shalom in Farmington Hills. Led by Christine Stewart. No partner needed. Cost: $7. RSVP: 248-432-5467. SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS 1:30-3 pm, Aug. 6. The Alzheimer’ s Association-Greater Michigan Chapter, in collaboration with Jewish Senior Life, holds a monthly support group on the first Tuesday. Caregivers, families and friends of those with Alzheimer’ s dis- ease or any other form of dementia are welcome to attend. The group’ s facili- tator is Diane Schwartz, M.A., LPC. At Teitel Apartments in the Media Room, 15106 W. 10 Mile Road, Oak Park. Free. RSVP Diane, dianemarshaschwartz@ gmail.com or 928-444-0151. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7 JUDAISM IN AMERICA 1 pm, Aug. 7. Chasidic Judaism in America Today, Journeys in Becoming Frum and Coming Out in the Orthodox Community. Beth Ahm videostreams three brief interviews featuring Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz of Valley Beit Midrash (Phoenix, Ariz.) and special guest scholars, followed by informal discussion. Free and open to the com- munity; no reservations required. At 5075 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Info: Nancy Kaplan, 248-737-1931 or nancyellen879@att.net. HOW TO DO JEWISH 5:30-7:30 pm, Aug. 7. With Rabbi Zerwekh at Temple Emanu-El in Oak Park. No charge. RSVP: 248-967-4020 or TempleFamily@emanuel-mich.org. THURSDAY, AUG. 8 CAREGIVER SUPPORT 1:30-3 pm, Aug. 8. At Jewish Senior Life, Fleischman Residence, 6710 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Alzheimer’ s Association meeting for family caregivers of older adults living with dementia. Call for information about the evening support group meet- ing. RSVP: Joely Lyons 248-592-5032, jlyons@jslmi.org. 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